# Expliseat

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/expliseat-s-a-s

- Industry: Aerospace
- Headquarters: Paris, France
- Website: www.expliseat.com
- Total disclosed funding: $21M
- Latest round: Series B (Apr 18, 2023)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Based in France, Expliseat S.A.S. specializes in designing and producing lightweight seating solutions for the aviation and rail industries, utilizing advanced composite material technology to enhance passenger comfort and operational efficiency.Expliseat S.A.S. was founded in 2011 in Paris, France, focusing on innovative seating solutions. The company has raised a total of EUR 36.00 mn across two funding rounds, with the latest round attracting investors including BNP Paribas Developpement, Bpifrance Investissement, and others. The founder's history and details of previous ventures are not available.Expliseat specializes in the design and production of innovative seating solutions for the aviation and rail industries, focusing on lightweight and advanced composite material technology. The company's core offerings include high-performance aircraft seats and rail seating systems prioritizing durability, efficiency, and passenger comfort. These products leverage patented structural bonding techniques, making them the lightest in their class while being designed with sustainability in mind. The clientele includes airlines, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and rail operators, enhancing operational efficiency and passenger experience across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and North America.Expliseat generates revenue primarily from B2B transactions with airlines and rail operators who procure their seating solutions. These transactions are typically structured as one-time purchases or long-term supply agreements, ensuring ongoing service and support. The company's flagship products are positioned as premium offerings, commanding higher price points due to advanced materials and innovative design, supported by potential partnerships with OEMs for integrated solutions.Expliseat S.A.S. plans to utilize its recent funding of EUR 36.00 mn to support the design and launch of new products in the coming year. The company is targeting expansion into markets in Asia-Pacific and North America by 2025, aiming to increase its market presence and customer base. The funding will assist in enhancing product development and marketing strategies to facilitate this growth.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Apr 18, 2023, $19M — Go Capital, Bpifrance Investissement, NCI, BNP Paribas Developpement
- Series A, Sep 10, 2018, $2.7M — BNP Paribas Developpement

## Investors

- BNP Paribas Developpement (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bnp-paribas-developpement) — Series A, Series B
- Go Capital — Series B
- Bpifrance Investissement (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bpifrance-investissement) — Series B
- NCI (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/nci) — Series B